Dovetail Halving

This Joint is not appropriate for use in this situation. The characteristics of the joint are out lined below and why the joint is not appropriate for use. Please view the videos and photos to develop an understanding of the forces this joint is designed to withstand and the forces it is unable to withstand.

Why Not?

A dovetail Halving joint is not suited to jointing the rails of a table or chair due to the shape of the joint.

The joint would not be suited to the forces which would be applied to it due to the nature of how it can be dismantled.

The joint would not withstand the forces which would be applied on it in this scenario.

Positives of this joint

Dovetail halving joints are exceptional in resisting tension forces being applied to it.

The dovetail allows for more flexibility of use with the joint and more applications over regular halving joints.